Match Overview
Boavista and Gil Vicente face off in a crucial Primeira Liga match that could shape their season trajectories. Boavista, currently struggling in the league, will look to leverage their home advantage to climb the standings. Meanwhile, Gil Vicente aims to capitalize on their superior form and odds to secure an away victory.
Odds Analysis
The average odds suggest a competitive match, with Gil Vicente slightly favored to win at 2.26. Boavista's odds stand at 3.13, indicating a challenging task ahead for the home side. The draw is priced at 3.24, reflecting the possibility of a closely contested game.
- Home Win Probability: 31.9%
- Away Win Probability: 44.2%
- Draw Probability: 30.9%
Team Analysis
Boavista
Boavista's season has been marked by inconsistency, with only 0.64 goals per game and a possession rate of 39.6%. Their defensive vulnerabilities are evident, conceding 1.6 goals per match. However, their ability to intercept and tackle could be crucial against Gil Vicente's attacking prowess.
Gil Vicente
Gil Vicente boasts a better possession rate of 52.42% and a higher goal average of 0.96 per game. Their defensive stats are slightly better, conceding 1.33 goals per match. With a higher pass completion rate, Gil Vicente's tactical approach will likely focus on controlling the midfield and exploiting Boavista's defensive lapses.
Head-to-Head
Historically, matches between these teams have been evenly matched, with both sides securing victories in past encounters. This adds an extra layer of intrigue to the upcoming fixture.
Key Players Spotlight
Boavista
- Miguel Reisinho: Top scorer with 4 goals, crucial for Boavista's attacking efforts.
- Bruno Onyemaechi: Key defensive player with 190.13 points.
Gil Vicente
- Félix Correia: Leading scorer with 5 goals, pivotal in Gil Vicente's attack.
- Mohamed Bamba: Defensive stalwart with 189.99 points.
Statistical Deep Dive
Offensive Metrics
- Boavista: 10.04 shots per game, 3.16 on target.
- Gil Vicente: 8.75 shots per game, 2.67 on target.
Defensive Metrics
- Boavista: 39.52 interceptions, 6.4 clearances.
- Gil Vicente: 40.46 interceptions, 5.13 clearances.
Prediction and Conclusion
Given the statistical insights and current form, Gil Vicente appears to have the edge in this matchup. Their superior possession and goal-scoring ability could be decisive.
- Potential Match-Winning Factors: Gil Vicente's midfield control and Boavista's defensive resilience.
- Final Score Prediction: Gil Vicente 2-1 Boavista
- Half Time Score Prediction: Gil Vicente 1-0 Boavista
- Both Teams to Score Probability: 50%
- Over 2.5 Goals Probability: 44%